Hades music performances still captivate even in Summer Game Fest’s pre-pre show
"Yes, I speak of Hades, Supergiant Games’ Herculean labor of love that continues to gather up awards and recognition. I’ve lost count of the number of times Darren Korb and Ashley Barrett have brought these songs to life since the game launched, but I’ll happily give some time for another listen."
– Ricky Berg, Nintendo Wire
The Best Video Game Music of 2020
"Hades doesn’t mark a change in Korb’s organic, string-fueled aesthetic so much as it gives him an expanded sonic canvas and adds, no biggie, some orchestral flourishes recorded at Abbey Road. Vocals from longtime collaborator Ashley Barrett and formidable excursions into heavy metal help Hades to feel like a robust album—and a globetrotting, high-energy one at that."
– Casey Jarman, Bandcamp
Make it stand out
"Darren Korb’s music (and I’d be remiss to not mention frequent collaborator Ashley Barrett, whose vocal work on many of the songs in Supergiant Games’ discography is beautifully haunting) tells specific stories that help shape the worlds and characters’ personalities in the games."
– By Peter Tieryas & Naralle Ho Sang, Kotaku
8 Great Songs From Video Games That Aren't Instrumentals
"It's impossible to choose just one song from Supergiant Games' beautifully scored indie offerings, especially with Transistor's soundtrack in the mix. This turn-based action game leans even more heavily on song than its predecessor, following famous singer Red as she tracks down a powerful cabal after they try to kill her. As such, Transistor is heavily complimented by Darren Korb's compositions, with Ashley Lynn Barrett lending her vocals to Red for songs such as "We All Become" and "In Circles."
– Amanda Yeo, Mashable
The Best Video Game Soundtrack / Score of 2020
"Darren Korb and Ashley Barrett have offered the soundtrack to every Supergiant game, but here the duo have really outdone themselves...And the pieces with lyrics this time around, from the perspective of Orpheus and Euridyce, are some of Korb and Barrett's most haunting, effective, and emotional songs yet. Greek myth lends itself to song quite well – just look at the impeccable Hadestown soundtrack – but Hades' score is easily Korb's most memorable and moving yet."
– IGN
BAFTA Games awards Best Game to Hades!
A huge day for everyone at @supergiantgames! #Hades took home a number of super impressive @bafta Gaming Awards including BEST GAME.
”Being a part of this amazing studio and watching them grow for the past 10+ years has been such an honor. Can’t wait to see what is to come! ♥️” – Ashley Lynn Barrett
SXSW Gaming : March 2019
Ashley & Darren were honored to be given the opportunity to perform at the SXSW Gaming Awards in Austin in March 2019. They performed songs from Bastion, Transistor, Pyre and Hades.
Interview: Ashley Lynn Barrett On Voicing Zia From “Bastion”
In fact, one of the main song’s, "Build That Wall (Zia’s Theme)" won Best Song in a Game at the VGAs in December. Ashley Lynn Barrett is the singer behind "Build That Wall", as well as "Setting Sail", "Coming Home (End Theme)" and she was kind enough to sit down and talk about how she got involved, the recording process and where you can see her sing live next.”
– Alan Danzis, Complex